Sometimes the best projects come from just rummaging around in your craft stash. I had a bunch of aqua sequins sitting in my craft room for years, patiently waiting for a project they would be perfect for. I embedded the sequins in a pendant bezel … [Read more...]
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MAKE PAPER BEADS FROM PHOTOS
Your personal photos are as valuable as any precious stone, so why not turn them into keepsake jewelry! Paper beads are fun and easy to make, and they are a perfect project to make while streaming your favorite show. Spend some time picking out your … [Read more...]
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WIRE AND BEAD SHAMROCK EARRINGS
St. Patrick’s Day is coming soon! To prepare I made a pair of simple wire and bead shamrock earrings using basic jewelry making supplies. This is a great way to ease yourself into jewelry making if you have been intimidated to … [Read more...]
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ADDING RESIN TO OPEN-BACKED JEWELRY
Resin is a versatile supply when you are making your own jewelry. It is often used to seal embellishments like gems and glitter into DIY jewelry projects. You can also use it to add a shiny top coat to pendants and earrings. Instead … [Read more...]
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PAPER FLOWER CORSAGE FOR MOTHER’S DAY
It used to be tradition to give Mom a pretty floral corsage on Mother's Day. Corsages are beautiful but impractical. Without any water to keep them looking fresh, a corsage usually ends up looking wilted and droopy after just a few hours. This year … [Read more...]
PURPLE STONE CLUSTER JEWELRY
It's not too early to start thinking about homemade gifts for the holidays. If you have never played with jewelry clay before, this project is a perfect starter craft. I used inexpensive chip beads and jewelry clay to make some really … [Read more...]
FAUX SEA GLASS JEWELRY MADE FROM RESIN
Summer may be over, but that doesn't mean we have to leave those summer vibes behind! If you weren't lucky enough to find sea glass on your vacation this year, you can still have the look of beautiful sea glass jewelry. The EasyCast … [Read more...]
QUICK & EASY BIRTHSTONE NECKLACE
Any mom will tell you that her favorite Mother's Day gifts are something her child has made for her. Store-bought gifts are wonderful, but a simple project made with love is so much more meaningful as a mother. This beautiful birthstone … [Read more...]
TWO MINUTE BEAD AND TASSEL BRACELETS
When I was in Phoenix for Creativation a few weeks back, I led a Make and Take where I taught attendees how to make my simple Beaded Tassels. I purchased way more supplies than I needed, so I started brainstorming ways I could use the leftover … [Read more...]
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POLYMER CLAY PRETZEL NECKLACE FOR OKTOBERFEST
Every Fall my cousin and I co-host an OktoberFEAST dinner party at her house. We spend the day cooking up good German recipes while listening to oom pah pah music. We invite family and friends over to share the meal with us. I keep … [Read more...]
